Spring 2027 Co-Op, Cost Accounting

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

5d • $20 - $35 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vertex Cost Accounting Co-Op is a six-month experiential training program for students pursuing an undergraduate or advanced degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. The co-op works in the BSMO Finance Cost Accounting group on process and reporting enhancements for existing and future products sold in the United States and internationally. Projects focus on cost accounting systems, reporting, and analysis related to inventory standard costs, variances, reserves, and cost of goods.

The co-op partners with the Biopharmaceutical Sciences Manufacturing Organization, Finance, Data, Technology & Engineering teams, and other company stakeholders. The role contributes to data automation initiatives and enhancements to inventory-related reporting, including inventory balance sheet analysis, variance and reserve calculation analytics, supplier counts and reconciliations, and standard cost modeling. Work includes independently completing defined financial-system report-development tasks and contributing to more complex cross-functional projects under close supervision. The position also performs project-management activities on the center of excellence team to support efficient, automated reporting and operational insights on historical actuals and forecasts.

This is a full-time, paid, temporary co-op role running January through June 2027. Candidates must be available to work 40 hours per week and have legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. The role is hybrid-eligible or on-site eligible; in the hybrid designation, employees may work remotely up to two days per week. The selected candidate will be employed by a third-party agency partner, which will provide the employment terms and benefits.

Requirements

• Working toward a bachelor's or advanced degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong or advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in diverse teams.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• A proactive attitude and motivation to learn and advance.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States now and in the future; sponsorship is not provided for internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles in this part of the organization.
• Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027.
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, from January through June 2027.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with an ERP system.
• Experience with AI.
• Experience with Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement proof-of-concept financial reports and analytical models.
• Lead initiatives to implement report designs in OBIEE, ODBC, or Power BI reporting tools.
• Act as the primary contact for internal and external partners on specific projects and initiatives.
• Lead or represent the team on sub-teams and participate in developing project plans, timelines, resources, and testing.
• Interact with or co-lead financial analytical model projects and enhancements.
• Perform testing documentation to support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and other key testing events.
• Contribute to data automation initiatives and enhancements for inventory-related reports, including inventory balance sheet analysis, variance and reserve calculation analytics, supplier counts and reconciliations, and standard cost modeling.
• Perform project-management activities and tasks on the center of excellence team.
• Collaborate with BSMO, Finance, Data, Technology & Engineering teams, and other company stakeholders.

Benefits

• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free group exercise classes.
• Subsidized commuter benefits for transit and parking.
• Free daily breakfast and provided meals.
• Career development opportunities and events, including C-suite engagement.
• Social events for interns and company-wide.
• Location-specific perks and extras.
• Recognition of National Intern Day.
• The program is paid at $20.00–$35.00 per hour.
• The job description also describes company-wide benefits including medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, a week-long summer and winter company shutdown, educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, and a 401(k). These terms may not apply to this agency-employed co-op; the agency will present applicable terms and benefits upon offer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern