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This role is responsible for executing key controls and governance activities aligned with the AXP PRSA framework, supporting the RCSA transition, managing internal control evaluations, OPEX management and partnering closely with Market Controllership teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial close processes. Primary responsibilities include:\nLead compliance-related activities in accordance with the AXP PRSA framework, Support the RCSA (Risk & Control Self-Assessment) transition across International Controllership team. This requires extensive engagement with Market Controllership teams and different risk groups in the Company. \nProvide advisory and lead controls testing to support compliance with Company’s Integrated Control testing program mandated by UK Tax Regulator HMRC in respect to processes impacting legal entity financial integrity of UK legal entities. 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