Stryker Chief Accounting Officer William Berry Jr. Announces Retirement, Emily Baculik to Succeed
According to a securities filing submitted by Stryker on Wednesday, Chief Accounting Officer William Berry Jr. will retire on September 1, with current Corporate Controller Emily Baculik set to take over. Berry will serve as a consultant until August 15, 2027, with an annual salary of $510,000 and retaining eligibility for a 50% incentive bonus. Baculik has served as Corporate Controller since November 2024 and brings over 20 years of financial experience in public companies.
Quick Overview
- Stryker Chief Accounting Officer William Berry Jr. will retire on September 1 (source:SEC filing）。
- Current Corporate Controller Emily Baculik will assume the role of Chief Accounting Officer upon Berry's retirement, according to a securities filing submitted on Wednesday.
- Berry will remain as a consultant after retirement until August 15, 2027, continuing to receive an annual base salary of $510,000 and retaining eligibility for 50% of his incentive bonus.
In-Depth Analysis
According to Berry's LinkedIn profile, he has served as Stryker's Chief Accounting Officer since 2021, having previously held the position of Corporate Controller at the company.
Baculik's career path mirrors Berry's. She has served as Corporate Controller since November 2024, previously holding the role of Vice President of Finance for Stryker's Spine division and serving as Senior Director of Finance at the medical device company.
Baculik brings over 20 years of experience in corporate finance and accounting at public companies, having worked at Eaton, Rockwell Collins, and U.S. Steel.
Upon becoming Chief Accounting Officer, Baculik's annual base salary will increase to $420,000, with eligibility for an incentive bonus equal to 45% of her base salary, prorated based on her time as Chief Accounting Officer in 2026. Additionally, Stryker will recommend that the board approve granting Baculik awards under the company's long-term incentive plan.