D-Wave Quantum names Golkov acting CFO with $550,000 RSU grant

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (QBTS) filed an amendment to its Form 8-K on September 22, 2026, detailing the compensation package for Greg Golkov, who is set to become the company's acting Chief Financial Officer. The move follows the retirement of the former CFO, effective September 2, 2026, and formalizes Golkov's expanded role as principal financial and accounting officer until a permanent successor is hired. The filing, signed by President and CEO Alan Baratz, specifies a monthly responsibility allowance and a significant equity grant tied to the interim period.

The Compensation Structure

The offer letter, dated September 17, 2026, outlines three distinct components for Golkov's service as acting CFO. First, he will receive a responsibility allowance of $5,500 per month, added to his existing compensation as Senior Vice President of Finance. This allowance begins on September 2, 2026, and continues for the duration of his interim role. Second, the company granted him a one-time award of restricted stock units (RSUs) under the 2022 Equity Incentive Plan. The grant carries a value of $550,000 on the grant date and will vest ratably on a quarterly basis over one year, starting September 2, 2026.

The vesting schedule includes an acceleration clause. Any unvested RSUs will immediately vest on the start date of the new, permanent Chief Financial Officer, provided Golkov remains employed through those dates. This structure aligns his equity payout with the completion of the search and onboarding process for the next CFO. Third, upon the successful completion of the interim period, Golkov is eligible for a one-time bonus of $67,000. This payment is scheduled for the next regular payroll date following the commencement of employment by the new CFO. No other changes to his benefits or base compensation are noted in the filing.

Positioning and Next Steps

The filing clarifies that Golkov will continue to serve as Senior Vice President of Finance while acting as CFO. The company's board formally appointed him on September 17, 2026, with the role becoming effective September 2, 2026. The interim period is defined as lasting until the company hires a new CFO and that individual commences employment. The document does not specify a target date for the permanent hire, leaving the duration of this transition open-ended. For investors tracking the QBTS ticker, the key milestone is the announcement of the permanent CFO appointment, which triggers the final bonus payment and the immediate vesting of any remaining RSUs. The setup for the next few months is defined by the internal search for a successor, with the current financial leadership structure remaining stable under Golkov's dual mandate.