Spring 2027 Co-op, Revenue Accounting
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Summary
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.
Job description
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
Requirements
- 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.
- 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
Benefits
- Gym access
- Group exercise classes
- Commuter benefits
- Free breakfast
- Career development opportunities
- Social events
- Paid time off
- Educational assistance
- Student loan repayment
- Matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Company overview
Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1989. The company specializes in discovering, developing, and commercializing transformative medicines for serious diseases, with a primary focus on cystic fibrosis (CF). Vertex has pioneered breakthrough therapies including TRIKAFTA/KAFTRIO, SYMDEKO/SYMKEVI, ORKAMBI, and KALYDECO, which collectively treat approximately 90% of CF patients. Beyond CF, the company has expanded its portfolio to include treatments for sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain, and has robust clinical pipelines in APOL1-mediated kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Vertex employs approximately 6,100 people globally and maintains research facilities in San Diego, California, and Milton Park, Oxfordshire, England. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ (VRTX) and is recognized as one of the industry's top workplaces, consistently earning accolades for its innovative culture and patient-focused approach to drug development.