Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op, Tax (Boston, MA)

Job Description

The Vertex Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our co-op program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other co-ops,and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.

Job Summary:

The Tax Department is responsible for global tax accounting, tax compliance, tax advice and planning for Vertex. The Tax intern/co-op is a key member within Vertex's Tax Department. Responsibilities include supporting the tax function in the determination of US federal, state and local corporate tax provisions, estimation of book-to-tax differences, and ASC 740 tax accounting matters including involvement with the quarterly/annual SEC tax footnote. The position will also include assisting in the US federal, state and local tax compliance. The individual will assist with quarterly US federal and state estimates calculation, address notices received by various state jurisdictions. The individual also assist with any potential federal and state corporate income tax audits. The individual is expected to also be an innovator and leverage technology to help transform the global tax function and develop effective working relationships with staff and management, as well as finance, legal and other operating personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in quarterly global tax provision processes, including gathering information for tax-related disclosures
• Provide data for federal and state income tax return filings prepared by 3rd party tax consultants
• Responsible for tracking and addressing state and local corporate income tax notices
• Assist in gathering information for potential US federal and state corporate income tax audits with various tax authorities
• Maintain internal controls documentation
• Evaluate current processes and technology to generate continuous improvements and automation enhancements
• Participate in special projects where needed, such as general tax planning and tax rate modeling

Qualifications:

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; degree in taxation or related field preferred
• Must have experience with Excel
• Ability to communicate project status to ensure internal deadlines are met
• Willingness and ability to work as both an individual contributor and on a team
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and time management skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization.

• Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before July 2025
• Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July - December 2025

Program Dates: July - December 2025, Full Time

Pay Range 20.00 - 32.00 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.

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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 ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com