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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Accounting Manager

Gynger · New York City, NY

About Us

Gynger is a cash flow management solution with embedded financing that gives B2B technology vendors the power to offer flexible payment terms to customers while securing up front payment.

With Gynger, finance leaders can leverage a combination of actionable insights and capital to optimize day-to-day cash flows, accelerate deal flows, mitigate risk, and execute long term strategic vision with ease.

In 2024, Gynger announced its $20 Million Series A funding by world-class investors including Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI-focused venture fund), Velvet Sea Ventures, BAG Ventures, Deciens, Vine Ventures, Upper90, Quiet Capital and m]x[v Capital.

Gynger was founded in 2021 by serial entrepreneur Mark Ghermezian, who co-founded Braze (BRZE) and served as its first CEO, pioneering a new category that led to the company’s IPO in November 2021. Based in New York, Gynger has been recognized - for the third year in a row - as one of Built In’s 2026 Best Places to Work.

We’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and growth enthusiasts committed to creating a dynamic and rewarding work environment. We believe that with exceptional software and access to capital, companies can propel to new heights, and we’re here to make it happen. Join us as we redefine the way companies grow and thrive in the fast-paced world of technology. Are you up for the challenge?

The Opportunity:

Gynger is looking for a sharp, hands-on Accounting Manager to take ownership of our daily accounting function at a pivotal moment in the company's growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, detail oriented accounting professional to step into a high impact role at a fast growing fintech startup.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment, takes genuine ownership of their work, and brings an automation first mindset to everything they do. You will be responsible for day to day cash operations, tightening our close process, and building scalable, AI enabled workflows across loan reconciliation, revenue accounting, AR and AP.

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance and based in our NYC office, you will play a central role in the company's continued success and be a key voice in how we build the finance / accounting function for the long term.

The Opportunity:

Gynger is looking for a sharp, hands-on Accounting Manager to take ownership of our daily accounting function at a pivotal moment in the company's growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, detail oriented accounting professional to step into a high impact role at a fast growing fintech startup.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment, takes genuine ownership of their work, and brings an automation first mindset to everything they do. You will be responsible for day to day cash operations, tightening our close process, and building scalable, AI enabled workflows across loan reconciliation, revenue accounting, AR and AP.

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance and based in our NYC office, you will play a central role in the company's continued success and be a key voice in how we build the finance / accounting function for the long term.

We Offer...

• The opportunity to join one of the fastest growing Fintech Series A companies in NYC.
• The ability to revolutionize the B2B SaaS market.
• A tight-knit, collaborative team who are passionate about building startups.
• Competitive salary, equity, flexible PTO, and robust benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.).
• Built-In 2024, 2025, and 2026 Best Places to Work - three years in a row!

Our Values:

Win Together - Move, grow, and win as a team.
Be Accountable - Be true to yourself, to your team and to your customers.
Stay Curious - Dig deep and always thirst for knowledge.
Listen to Understand - Uncover what is really being communicated.
Go Above & Beyond - Go the extra mile and unlock the thrill of being a pioneer.


We’re focused on building and fostering a diverse, flexible, and inclusive space that allows our team members to thrive. We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetics, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.

In this role you will...

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements and other financial reports, such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and management reports

  • Cash Management: Manage day to day cash operations and wire processing

  • Process Automation & Internal Controls: Design and implement automated reconciliation workflows, build internal controls, and leverage AI tooling to reduce manual effort

  • Month End Close: Own and execute the monthly close process prepare financial reports tailored to management and other stakeholders

  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Recurring cash and loan portfolio reconciliations 

  • Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable process, maintain strong client communication

  • Accounts Payable & Expense Management: Manage AP processes including vendor payments, expense management, and corporate card administration 

  • Strategic Support: Set up invoicing for new revenue streams and provide accounting support for fundraising, new lending programs, and partnerships as the business evolves

    You have...

  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with 4 - 5 years of hands on experience at a tech startup, a public accounting firm, or a combination of both.

  • Experience in an environment where you owned processes end to end and can point to concrete examples of workflows you have built and automated.

  • Working knowledge of US GAAP accounting and experience supporting a financial audit, including documenting policies and preparing evidence.

  • Strong data skills with the ability to handle large datasets and build robust reconciliations that hold up under edge cases.

  • An AI native mindset with proficiency using AI tools in an accounting or operations context, or a genuine curiosity about pushing that further.

  • Familiarity with the unique nuances of lending and SaaS revenue models.

  • Strong communication skills, enabling you to collaborate seamlessly across teams and translate complex accounting issues for non-finance stakeholders.

  • Exceptional organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail to keep fast moving projects on track.

  • Bonus points if you have: 

  • Direct experience in fintech, lending, or SAAS.

  • Familiarity with QuickBooks or comparable cloud accounting software, and/or expense platforms like Ramp

  • Familiarity with Claude