Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Senior Accountant

Fortis Games · Remote - Brazil

Who we are

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

About the role

As a Senior Accountant at Fortis Games, you will be a key architect in supporting the financial operations of our rapidly scaling, global mobile gaming studio. This is a high-impact role where you will manage the 'full-picture' for our international entities, with a specialized focus on shaping our revenue recognition policies (ASC 606). You will collaborate across Game Teams and Finance to ensure accuracy in everything from overseeing multifaceted revenue cycles to managing essential regional operations, playing a vital part in building a world-class finance function.

What you’ll achieve

  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., ASC 606) and company policies.
  • Support the month-end and year-end close processes related to revenue.
  • Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing in dedicated locations, in coordination with external and internal partners.
  • Manage invoicing and accounting activities for multiple international entities, ensuring compliance with local GAAP and statutory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and support audit processes.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and systems.

What you’ll need to be successful

  • Demonstrated expertise in mobile gaming revenue recognition, specifically within Free-to-Play (F2P) environments and ASC 606 standards.
  • Proven track record managing full-cycle accounting and international reporting under both IFRS and GAAP; CPA or Chartered Accountant designation strongly preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis using Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.
  • Hands-on experience navigating enterprise accounting and reporting ecosystems such as Workday, Adaptive Insights, SAP Ariba, and Looker.
  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to apply critical thinking to build financial processes and policies from the ground up.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments by identifying multiple paths to achieve financial outcomes.
  • Experience driving complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, and global budgets; exposure to royalty accounting strongly preferred.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a proven ability to translate technical financial data for non-finance teams.

Why join us

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

  • We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
  • We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
  • Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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