Customs, Excise and Tax Advisor
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Dani Royani is a senior Export–Import and Customs Compliance professional with more than 13 years of experience in managing international trade operations, customs clearance, and excise administration within multinational manufacturing and consumer goods environments. He is recognized for his strong command of Indonesian customs and excise regulations, as well as his ability to deliver compliant and efficient cross-border trade solutions.
Throughout his career, Dani has successfully overseen end-to-end import and export operations, including air and ocean freight clearance, excise licensing and administration, bonded zone management, and regulatory reporting. His expertise covers critical customs functions such as valuation, HS classification, country of origin determination, free trade agreement (FTA) utilization, and customs IT system integration.
He has played a key role in leading and implementing major customs initiatives, including Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certification, bonded zone special licensing, automated inventory and monitoring systems, host-to-host integration, and multiple customs audit engagements as a principal counterpart. His professional approach emphasizes regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
Dani is highly experienced in liaising with customs authorities, government institutions, and business stakeholders to facilitate smooth trade operations and resolve regulatory matters effectively. Known for his structured, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset, he consistently contributes to strengthening corporate governance and compliance frameworks.
He holds a Bachelor of Political Science (International Relations) from the Institute of Social and Political Sciences Jakarta (IISIP Jakarta). His academic background supports a strong understanding of global trade dynamics, regulatory environments, and cross-border coordination, enabling him to add strategic value to organizational leadership and international
operations.
Core Competencies:
• Export & Import Operations Management.
• Customs Clearance (Air & Ocean Freight).
• Excise (Cukai) Licensing & Compliance (NPPBKC, CEISA).
• Bonded Zone & Customs Facility Management.
• HS Classification, Valuation & Country of Origin.
• Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Implementation.
• Customs Audit & Regulatory Compliance Programs.
• Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Certification.
• Customs IT Systems & Host-to-Host Integration.
• Government Liaison & Regulatory Negotiation.
• Risk Management & Trade Compliance Governance.
