Pick a clean, single-column template for a Posting Clerk. Use a reverse-chronological layout so your latest posting and cash-handling duties sit near the top. That layout reads well and parses easily for applicant tracking systems.
Keep length tight. One page works for entry and mid-level roles. Use two pages only if you have many years of relevant posting, reconciliation, or audit work to show.
Choose an ATS-friendly font like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10-12pt for body text and 14-16pt for section headers. Keep margins wide and add space between sections so scanners and humans can scan quickly.
Use clear headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Skills, Education, Certifications. List jobs with company, title, dates, and 3–6 bullet points. Quantify results where you can, for example daily transactions posted or error rate reduced.
Avoid common mistakes. Don’t use multi-column layouts or heavy graphics that break parsing. Don’t use nonstandard fonts, tiny text, or dense blocks of text that hide key duties like balancing, journal entries, or cross-checking batches.
Stick to simple formatting for consistency. Use bullets, consistent date alignment, and plain text symbols. That keeps your work history clear and easy to evaluate for clerical roles.