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.

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Senior Analyst/ Assistant Manager, Finance

JLL · Singapore

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our Singapore office supporting JLL's Asia Pacific Capital Markets business. You will drive financial planning, reporting, and providing critical insights that shape strategic business decisions. This role combines hands-on financial analysis with business partnership, offering direct exposure to senior stakeholders and diverse property assets across the region.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & Analysis • Prepare and own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses • Support annual budgeting process and monthly rolling forecast • Develop financial models to evaluate business scenarios and investment opportunities• Consolidate inputs from various business units for planning cyclesBusiness Partnering • Collaborate with business unit leaders to provide financial insights • Translate financial data into actionable recommendations • Participate in business reviews and present findings to stakeholders • Support strategic decision-making through data-driven analysisReporting & Compliance • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting deliverables • Maintain financial databases and reporting systems • Support month-end and year-end close processes • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policiesAnalysis & Insights • Analyze financial trends and identify risks and opportunities • Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business initiatives • Monitor key performance indicators and provide commentary on results • Communicate findings clearly to various stakeholders• Benchmark performance against competitors and industry standards across APAC marketsProcess Improvement • Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes • Support implementation of new systems and tools • Enhance financial analysis capabilities through methodology improvementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field3-5 years in financial analysis, corporate finance, or related rolesPreferred: Prior experience in real estate, professional services, or multinational organizationsAdvanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)Experience with ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, or similar)Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principlesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent attention to detail and clear communication skills for presenting complex financial informationAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesSelf-motivated with collaborative working styleProfessional certification or progress toward CPA, CFA, or ACCAFamiliarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)Knowledge of Singapore financial regulations and tax environmentLocation: On-site –SingaporeIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.JLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process –  you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.