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 Accounting Analyst

Iconiq · San Francisco, California, United States

The Senior Accounting Analyst plays a core role within the Fund Finance function, partnering closely with internal investment teams and external fund administrators to oversee capital activity, deal funding, and portfolio data integrity. This role supports financial reporting, valuations, audits, and cash planning in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with the Fund Finance team and external fund administrators to process capital calls, distributions, wire transfers, and investor updates

  • Review and oversee work prepared by fund administrators, including quarterly financial statements and reporting packages

  • Support deal funding operations in collaboration with Investment and Investment Operations teams

  • Assist in reviewing quarterly private company investment valuations

  • Contribute to annual financial statement audits and coordinate with the Tax team on filings

  • Support accounts payable, including invoice review and payment allocation

  • Maintain portfolio data, dashboards, and reporting materials, including portfolio decks and ad hoc analyses

  • Manage cash reserves and capital planning for investments and fund expenses

 

Ideal Candidate Background

  • 4+ years of experience in public accounting or an industry accounting role, preferably within venture capital, private equity, or alternative asset management

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, or finance

  • Certified Public Accountant designation is a plus

  • Strong experience reviewing financial statements and working with external service providers

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

  • Experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

  • Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools and technologies is a plus. We value team members who are curious about leveraging new tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

 

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and disability insurance, along with family and wellness benefits including mental health support, fertility benefits, and back-up childcare

  • A matching 401(k) program

  • Commuter benefits program

  • Stipends to support wellness and hybrid working arrangements

  • Support for professional designations and certifications, including tuition reimbursement and coursework support

  • Smart-casual dress code

 

Location: Applicants are expected to work onsite in our San Francisco office in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

 

Compensation Range: ICONIQ is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role, together with other compensation being offered such as a discretionary bonus, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At ICONIQ, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation terms. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $110,000 - $120,000 together with a discretionary bonus, health insurance, paid time off, 401k participation with a company matching program, wellness stipend, personal education allowance as well as a commuter benefits program.

 

About ICONIQ

ICONIQ is a global investment firm elevated by an extraordinary community. With over $80B assets under management, we seek to build resilient investment portfolios, partner with inspired entrepreneurs transforming industries, manage our clients’ lives and legacies, and create uncommon opportunities across sectors and society. 

 

When you submit a job application as a prospective employee (“your” or “your”) of ICONIQ Capital LLC (“ICONIQ,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we or our service providers may collect, use, disclose and otherwise process personal information about you. Personal information collected by the Greenhouse portal is subject to the Greenhouse's privacy policy, available here [https://www.greenhouse.com/privacy-policy] and ICONIQ’s Privacy Policies available here [https://www.iconiqcapital.com/privacy-policies]. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

We recognize that our people are our greatest strength, and the diverse skills and perspectives they contribute are integral to our success as a global organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we are deeply committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our company. We do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees with religious practices, mental health needs, physical disabilities, or other conditions requiring support.

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