Moustafa Sayed
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in LC documentation and processing, coordination for LC issuance and amendments and verification of LC terms and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in bank coordination for LC settlements, shipment closing and documentation, customs duty and freight payment processing, as well as import/export documentation handling. Adept at coordinating with customs brokers and freight forwarders, updating shipment status in Dynamic 365 systems. Committed to ensuring seamless logistics operations and compliance with international trade regulations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Accountant
Al Abdulkarim Holding Company
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
12.2004 - Current
- Managed end-to-end processing of Letters of Credit (LCs) and Bank Guarantees, ensuring compliance with banking and trade finance regulations.
- Coordinated with banks, suppliers, and internal teams for timely issuance, amendment, and settlement of LC documents.
- Oversaw customs duty, freight payments, and clearance invoices, ensuring accurate entries in the system and adherence to company policies.
- Executed shipment closing activities, including document verification, payment follow-up, and updating shipment status in Dynamic 365 systems.
- Ensured accurate and timely submission of shipping and financial documents for import/export clearance.
- Maintained detailed records of LC documents, shipping invoices, and customs-related payments for audits and compliance.
- Collaborated with logistics providers and customs brokers to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth cargo clearance.
- Monitored shipment timelines and provided status updates to stakeholders to support efficient supply chain operations.
Accountant
Cost Control Clerk
Red Sea, Egypt
12.1998 - 08.2003
- Generated accurate financial reports using Dynamic 365.
- Optimised financial performance by monitoring key indicators.
- Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
- Achieved streamlined operations by implementing efficient accounting systems.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Cairo University
Cairo 04.2001 - 04.1996
Skills
- LC Documentation & Processing
- Coordination for LC Issuance and Amendments
- Verification of LC Terms & Compliance
- Bank Coordination for LC Settlements
- Shipment Closing & Documentation
- Customs Duty & Freight Payment Processing
- Import/Export Documentation Handling
- Coordination with Customs Brokers & Freight Forwarders
- Updating Shipment Status in Dynamic 365 Systems
Languages
English
Intermediate
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Al Abdulkarim Holding Company
12.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Cairo University
04.2001 - 04.1996
Accountant
Cost Control Clerk
12.1998 - 08.2003