Spring 2027 Co-op, SOX PMO

MFS Investments; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym access

Free meals daily

Commuter benefits

Company events & perks

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston invites a SOX PMO Co-Op to join a 6‑month experiential program supporting control design, walkthroughs, and certifications in a fast-paced, collaborative team. You will engage with Accounting, Finance and HR to learn financial reporting processes and risk management.

The role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and exposure to global SOX activities, with hybrid work options and a competitive paid program; strong communication and Excel skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in accounting or business.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Support SOX PMO processes and risk assessment activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive control documentation and certifications.
• Prepare metrics and reports for quarterly management reviews.
• Assist in documenting changes to key controls and coordinating with auditors.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or graduate degree in accounting or business

Job description

# Spring 2027 Co-op, SOX PMOVertex PharmaceuticalsBoston, MAFull-TimeOct 01, 2026Pharmaceutical## 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 SOX PMO Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards a bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting 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.***Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!****What you will be doing:** The SOX PMO team is responsible for working closely with control owners across various functional areas (including Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources) to assess and evaluate risk management activities and business processes related to financial reporting, operations, and compliance, with the objective of promoting efficiency and effectiveness and fostering an appropriate control environment. The team oversees Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and acts as an advisor to the Accounting, Finance and HR functions around the design of controls and processes. The SOX PMO team facilitates walkthrough meetings, coordinates with internal and external auditors, provides management reporting and supports the quarterly control certifications. The SOX PMO focuses on standardizing and globalizing our SOX processes to ensure we have scalable processes and strategic risk coverage supporting Vertex’s long-term needs. This role will support the team by assisting in evaluating and documenting key control/process changes/control findings, supporting the team with process walkthroughs and monitoring the status of various SOX deliverables to internal and external auditors. This role will have the opportunity to collaborate with process owners across multiple teams in the organization (Accounting, Internal Audit, Finance and Human Resources) and will provide an excellent opportunity to gain and understanding of Vertex’s financial reporting processes. This role will assist with various ad hoc projects as well (e.g., system implementations, globalization and harmonization efforts).**Key Responsibilities:*** Support the team on process walkthroughs (in areas of Revenue, Inventory, Treasury, SEC Report, GL Accounting and IT Processes)* Optimize Company’s SOX reporting tool- Monitor status of deliverables to internal and external auditors* Prepare metrics for quarterly management status meetings* Documenting key control changes for presentations to senior management* Facilitate collection and review of quarterly control certifications* Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams in the organization on projects as needed**What you will need to succeed:*** Pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in accounting or business* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Software (Excel, word, PowerPoint, etc.)* Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize accordingly* Ability to work independently & in a team environment* 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 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**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. 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.*