Spring 2027 Co-op, Revenue Accounting

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US); United States; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym access

Transit and parking subsidy

Free breakfast daily

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) is seeking a Revenue Accounting Co‑Op for January–June 2027 in the United States. You will join the Global Revenue Accounting team and contribute to the monthly close, accounting estimates, data analytics, and cross‑functional projects while gaining hands‑on experience in US GAAP and IFRS guidance.

The program is six months, paid, full‑time (40 hours/week), open to students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in accounting, with opportunities to develop dashboards

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a College/University and have at least finished two years of a bachelor’s degree or pursuing a master's degree.
• Prior internship or Co‑op experience in Accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment and to prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to work independently & in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Software Experience with Oracle a plus.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
• Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co‑ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
• Must be available to work full‑time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly revenue close activities and related accounting tasks.
• Review sales journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Develop data dashboards and presentations; participate in automation projects and testing; maintain documentation.
• Research accounting guidance (US GAAP, IFRS) for new, complex, or unusual transactions.
• Support the compilation of financial data for external reporting.
• Assist with data gathering/analytics on sales, including delivery metrics.
• Contribute to period end closes and cross‑functional projects.
• Engage in additional projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Independent & team work

MS Office

Oracle

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree progress (2 years completed) or pursuing master's

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Job Description Kickstart Your Career at Vertex! Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co‑op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.

Why Vertex?

Real Projects: You’ll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work.

Mentorship & Networking: Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer‑term career.

Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.

Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.

Career Launchpad: Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career.

Your Impact

The Vertex Revenue Accounting Co‑Op is a 6‑month experiential training program for students currently working towards a bachelor's or master's in accounting.

If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth‑minded, a co‑op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our Revenue Accounting functional area and serve as a launchpad for your career.

The application deadline for this co‑op is November 15th, 2026. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.

What you will be doing

The Revenue Accounting Co‑Op will be a contributing member of the Global Revenue Accounting team. The Revenue Accounting team has responsibility for the accounting of product revenues including the application of US GAAP accounting principles to complex estimates as well responsibilities relating to operational activities, data analytics and supporting cross functional projects.

The Revenue Accounting Co‑Op will have the opportunity to participate in accounting activities relating to closing the books monthly and participating in operational projects.

The Revenue Accounting Co‑Op will additionally participate in assisting the technical accounting team with critical tasks related to period end closes.

Key Responsibilities

• Participating in certain monthly accounting activities relating to the revenue monthly close, for example sales journal entries and account reconciliations
• Review accounts receivable transactions and reporting; work with the team on any items that require follow up with third party service providers or customers.
• Projects may include data gathering and analytics relating to sales, such as delivery metrics and accounts receivables; developing data dashboards and presentations; participating in automation projects and testing of solutions- including maintaining proper documentation.
• Research accounting guidance (U.S. GAAP, IFRS, or other reporting frameworks) for new, complex, or unusual transactions
• Support the compilation of financial data necessary to prepare financial statement and related disclosures required for external reporting.
• Opportunities for additional projects may be identified
• Ad hoc projects may also be assigned such as documentation and policy requirements.
• Accounting close activities will provide experience with core accounting processes that occur in the day to day environment.
• Projects will provide experience with data analytics, business partnering, presentation skills.

What you will need to succeed

• Must be enrolled in a College/University and have at least finished two years of a bachelor’s degree or pursuing a master's degree.
• Prior internship or Co‑op experience in Accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment and to prioritize accordingly
• Ability to work independently & in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Software Experience with Oracle a plus
• A desire to be part of a highly innovate company aimed at transforming lives of people with serious diseases, their family and society.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
• Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co‑ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization. You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027.
• You must be available to work full‑time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2027.

Program Details

• Full‑time, paid co‑op $20.00-35.00 USD/hour
• Program Dates: January – June 2027
• Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best.

That’s why our US benefits and global well‑being resources are designed to support you.

• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking
• Provided meals—free breakfast daily!
• Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement
• Social events—both intern‑only and company‑wide
• Location‑specific perks and extras!
• Recognition of National Intern Day

Our Ways of Working

• Flex Designation: Hybrid‑Eligible Or On‑Site Eligible Flex
• Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid‑Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

• Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week.
• Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

This job posting is for a temporary role with a third‑party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third‑party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third‑party agency upon offer.

Combined Pay & Temp Status Disclosure (FOR REMOTE AND/OR CALIFORNIA BASED ROLES): Pay Range 20.00 – 35.00 USD/hour

The range provided is a reasonable estimate for the pay range for this job at the time of posting. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

Pay Range: $0 - $0 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market‑leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week‑long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

Help Us Achieve Our Mission

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion‑dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1‑mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH‑dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1.

Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East.

Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X

We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.