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 Financial Analyst

Zenogroup · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.

Job Description:

Senior Financial Analyst 

 

We are currently looking for a full-time Senior Financial Analyst to support the Zeno Canada office. 

The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with all members of the global Finance team and is responsible for a variety of tasks including vendor management for Zeno Canada’s key accounts, timely processing and payment of vendor invoices, maintaining different budget trackers and other ad hoc projects. Prior experience in administrative, clerical, Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable roles in an agency or professional services setting would be a good foundation for this

diverse role.  

 

The ideal candidate has at least 3-5 years of experience in Finance, accounting or business administration.  The candidate is highly organized, numbers-focused, and has great attention to detail. We are looking for someone who is proactive and professional that is eager to own management of important client relationships.   

 

About the Role: 

  • Service as finance manager for key accounts and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget, and in alignment with client expectations. 

  • Partner with project managers and account leads on client budgeting and planning. 

  • Participate in accounts receivable follow up and reporting as required. 

  • Train Account staff on financial system processes including time entry, expense, and purchase order payment processing, missing time sheet reporting. 

  • Support project maintenance (opening/closing projects, billing process, contract compliance, maintaining other relevant documentation, etc.). 

  • Track staffing charts and consolidation of staffing charts monthly. 

  • Monitor timesheets, expense reports, purchase orders, and proforma invoices within the Global Financial System (GFS), ensuring accuracy and compliance with Zeno Group standards 

  • Review the manager transaction reporting (MTR) process weekly in GFS, ensuring compliance and accuracy during the month end close billing cycle. 

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all business opportunities in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.  

  • Oversee the setup and maintenance of vendor partners in our vendor management system (VMS). 

  • Liaise with the Account Payable team to ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices.  

 

About You: 

  • At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting in an agency or professional services. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an aptitude for financial and client reporting systems. 

  • Proven to be a fast learner, able to understand systems and processes quickly.  

  • Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy. 

  • Knack for managing multiple priorities autonomously and delivering on tight deadlines 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

  • Strong organizational skills: file maintenance i.e. contracts, invoices, statements of work 

  • Collaborative work style and a team player. 

  • Ability to adapt to changes in priorities and proficient in handling diverse tasks 

  • Ability to build relationships based on trust and respect. 

  • Approachable demeanor and ability to remain calm under pressure.  

  • Desire to grow with our growing agency. 

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

Pay Range: $60,000 to $75,000 CAD/yr.

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits. In accordance to Ontario's Employment Standards Act (ESA), salary posting ranges can not exceed a $50,000 CAD differential and are required for any role with a maximum salary below $200,000 CAD.

 

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

About Our Benefits


Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique Zeno Wellness program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy.

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