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Feature CPA, CMA (Certified Management Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) prominently near the top of your resume. Include license numbers and active status. If pursuing certification, note expected exam dates. ATS systems specifically scan for these designations. Place certifications in a dedicated section to ensure they are easily parsed and immediately visible to hiring managers.

List specific tools you have used: QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, Oracle Financials, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Xero, or FreshBooks. Include ERP systems, tax preparation software (TurboTax, Drake, Lacerte), and advanced Excel capabilities. ATS systems search for these exact product names. Mention proficiency level and specific modules used, such as "SAP — Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Financial Reporting."

Show measurable improvements: "Reduced month-end close from 10 to 5 business days," "Automated reconciliations saving 15 hours per month," "Identified $200K in cost savings through expense analysis," or "Managed $50M in accounts payable with zero discrepancies." Include financial scope (budget size, transaction volume) and compliance outcomes. These quantified results demonstrate both technical competence and business value.

ATS parsers scan for: financial statements, general ledger, reconciliation, GAAP, IFRS, accounts payable, accounts receivable, trial balance, journal entries, month-end close, year-end close, audit support, tax preparation, payroll, compliance, SOX, financial reporting, variance analysis, and budgeting. Include these terms naturally throughout your experience descriptions. Match the specific terminology used in the job description for best results.