Spring 2027 Co-op, SOX PMO

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Subsidized commuter benefits

Provided meals

Career development opportunities

Social events

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is offering a paid co-op for January–June 2027 to support the SOX PMO team. You will work with control owners across Accounting, Finance and HR to assess risk, document control changes, and support walkthroughs and audits.

You will gain exposure to Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance processes, prepare management metrics, and collaborate on ad hoc projects including system implementations and globalization efforts. This role is full-time with flexible/Hybrid options.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in an accounting or business field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (no sponsorship for internships/co-ops).
• Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027.
• Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January–June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist SOX PMO in evaluating and documenting key control changes and findings.
• Support process walkthroughs and monitor status of SOX deliverables.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Internal Audit, Finance and HR across multiple teams.
• Assist with ad hoc projects including system implementations and globalization efforts.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Independent & team work

Legal work authorization in US

Time management

Enrolled in advanced degree program

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in accounting or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

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'llwork on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders.We'repassionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth-inside and outside the lab.

Why Vertex?

• Real Projects:You'llwork 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.

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 a 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 hoursper 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-specificperksand extras!
• Recognition of National Intern Day

Our Ways of Working

Flex Designation: Hybrid-EligibleOrOn-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to bedesignatedas:

- 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.

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.

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.

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]