Freddy Morales, Cpa
About Freddy Morales, Cpa
Freddy Morales, CPA, is the Head of Finance for Spain and Portugal at Bristol Myers Squibb, based in Madrid, Spain. He has extensive experience in finance, having worked in various roles across multiple international markets, including the United States, Panama, Ecuador, Mexico, and Spain.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Freddy Morales currently serves as the Head of Finance for Spain and Portugal at Bristol Myers Squibb, based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain. In his role, he oversees the finance operations and provides strategic financial planning and analysis (FP&A) support to the commercialization team in Spain. He is responsible for executing all controlling activities for both Spain and Portugal entities. Freddy returned to Madrid in 2021 to assume this leadership position and collaborate with various functions including Commercial, Medical, Enabling, and Corporate Functions.
Previous Roles at Bristol Myers Squibb
Freddy Morales has held multiple roles at Bristol Myers Squibb. From 2018 to 2022, he was the Senior Director of US Hematology Finance in Summit, New Jersey, United States. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Global Internal Audit & Assurance from 2017 to 2019 in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area. He also worked as the Director of US Order to Cash Operations at the North America Capability Center from 2013 to 2017 and as a Financial Controller at the Tlalpan Manufacturing Site in Mexico City from 2010 to 2013. Earlier, Freddy was the Financial Controller at the Guayaquil Manufacturing Site in Ecuador and at Bristol Labs Intl., S.A. in Panama. He began his career at Bristol Myers Squibb as a Senior Internal Auditor from 2003 to 2006.
Early Career and CBS Sports Experience
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Freddy Morales worked at CBS Sports as a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst from 1999 to 2003 in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, he was responsible for financial reporting and analysis, gaining valuable experience in the financial operations of a major broadcasting company.
Educational Background
Freddy Morales holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Syracuse University, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). His educational background in accounting and certification as a CPA have provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in finance.
International Experience in Finance
Freddy Morales has a robust international background, having spent nine years of his career working in various international markets, including Panama, Ecuador, Mexico, and Spain. His diverse experience across the finance function encompasses roles in audit, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and shared services. His international assignments have helped him develop a global perspective and adaptability in different financial and cultural environments.