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

Lesaffre · Dubai, Dubai, ae

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining and controlling the company’s accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. You will manage accounting operations, accounts payable and receivable, as well as the preparation of tax filings and financial reports.

Your missions will be:

Accounting and financial management

  • Recording accounting transactions in accordance with internal policies and applicable accounting standards
  • Processing journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
  • Posting fixed assets entries by capitalizing new assets and disposals
  • Ensuring the match between bank statements and reconciliation activities
  • Posting accruals & prepaid entries on monthly basis
  • Managing ledger accounts and petty cash
  • Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines

Accounts payable and receivable management

  • Managing accounting entries related to receivables
  • Preparing the aging report and following up the overdue
  • Ensuring reconciliation between accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Recording accounts payable entries using purchase orders and ensuring that tripartite agreements are validated.

Operational Support and Continuous Improvement

  • Reviewing expenses and preparing monthly reports
  • Assisting in the preparation of monthly/yearly closing
  • Responding to specific reporting requests
  • Participating in the preparation of external audits

You have 5 to 7 years of experience as a Senior Accountant, with a strong background in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger management

You are highly proficient in using Excel and SAP software. Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required for this role.

Technical skills:

  • Proficiency in accounting principles and current tax regulations
  • Strong knowledge of accounting software (advanced Excel, SAP)
  • Basic knowledge of office tools (Word, PowerPoint)
  • Financial analysis and report-writing skills
  • Knowledge of audit procedures and internal controls
  • Utilization of budgeting and treasury management tools

Soft skills:

  • Rigorous and precise work ethic
  • Responsiveness and ability to manage priorities
  • Analytical and synthesis skills
  • Fluent English

To join us is : 

  • Being part of an organization with human-centered values
  • Sharing our mission of nourishing and protecting the planet
  • Advancing your career in a diverse and rewarding work environment


At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.

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