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 Staff Accountant

Quanta Services · United States

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

 

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

 

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. 

About this Role

Probst Electric, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The Senior Staff Accountant reports directly to the Shared Services Controller and supports several operating units in the West Region of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR).

 

As a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Probst Electric is a premier utility construction company providing energy infrastructure solutions. Operating from offices in Utah and Idaho, we perform work on projects all over the United States, including new-build, design-build, and maintenance services for both the public and private sector utilities. 

 

Like many Quanta operating units, Probst expects significant growth in coming years, and we are looking for motivated individuals to join the team and help us achieve our goals. We offer our team members competitive pay and benefits, rewarding work, growth opportunities, and a constructive and collaborative environment to work in. Probst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

What You'll Do

  • Manage accounting processes with appropriate internal control safeguards.
  • Prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Implement process improvements and maintain internal control procedures.
  • Maintain trial balance, prepare,  journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration with other departments to achieve shared goals.
  • Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal guidelines and industry best practices.
  • Ensure accurate and timely sales tax and other filing requirements.
  • Support internal and external auditors by preparing schedules, providing supporting documentation, and addressing inquiries.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
  • Proficiency in financial accounting software and Microsoft Office. Experience with JDE is a plus.
  • Experience with general ledger, monthly close cycle, account reconciliations, financial statements, accounts payable, and payroll.
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
  • Experience implementing and maintaining internal controls and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Construction and/or job cost accounting experience preferred.

What You'll Get

At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you’ll join a team that takes pride in delivering high‑voltage transmission construction, design‑build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy—along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do.

 

We Offer

  • Earn top‑tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
  • Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
  • Be part of an industry‑leading safety culture, strengthened by Quanta Services’ unwavering commitment to safety and its world‑class national training network.
  • Access unlimited career growth opportunities and advance your future within the expansive Quanta family of companies.

 

Please Note: We are not engaging with external recruiters or agencies for this role. Kindly refrain from outreach regarding candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.