Spring 2027 Co-op, Revenue Accounting

Location: Boston, MA

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.

Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!

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 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.

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