John Greiner
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished internal audit and risk professional with global experience advising large banks on developing sustainable audit programs and risk management strategies. Skilled at navigating complex regulations and enhancing client control frameworks to support growth and resilience. Trusted for delivering executive-level insights and regularly presenting to Boards and Audit Committees on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and strategic improvements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager
Deloitte & Touche LLP
02.2016 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver strategic consulting projects, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced project turnaround time.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality project outputs.
- Analyzed client needs to design tailored solutions, driving business growth and operational efficiency.
- Managed stakeholder relationships, facilitating clear communication and alignment on project objectives and expectations.
- Spearheaded initiatives to integrate advanced analytics tools, improving data-driven decision-making processes.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
AVP, Senior Internal Auditor
Western Alliance Bank
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Successfully designed, led, and executed comprehensive audits focused on credit risk and risk management across the Bank and its various Divisions. Assessed the effectiveness of controls, identified key areas of exposure, and provided actionable recommendations that strengthened risk mitigation strategies and ensured ongoing regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with senior audit leaders to develop and implement a strategic compliance readiness plan in anticipation of the Bank surpassing $10 billion in assets, specifically focusing on SR 13-1 requirements. Conducted rigorous gap analyses, coordinated policy updates, and facilitated department-wide training to ensure audit met the heightened regulatory expectations for larger institutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team members to deliver comprehensive training on operational audit methodologies, equipping colleagues with the skills to effectively design, plan, and execute audits in accordance with organizational standards and best practices.
Senior Internal Auditor - Americas
Starwood Hotel & Resorts Worldwide
Phoenix, AZ
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Developed and implemented a custom solution to automate the planning and setup of work programs used in both operational and financial hotel audits. This automation directly increased efficiency, reduced manual errors, and benefited audit teams across the global audit teams.
- Identified and introduced enhancements to testing methodologies and control frameworks for hotel operational audits, enabling a shift toward more risk-based testing approaches. These improvements increased the effectiveness of audit coverage and the reliability of audit outcomes.
- Performed a comprehensive analysis comparing corporate-level and property-level financial operational controls, identifying process gaps and redundancies. Produced actionable recommendations that enabled the creation of a streamlined and cohesive control framework across both corporate and hotel operations.
Senior Consultant
Protiviti
08.2011 - 03.2014
- Conducted comprehensive regulatory compliance assessments for financial services clients, analyzing processes and documentation to ensure alignment with relevant banking regulations. Delivered clear, practical recommendations to clients, facilitating prompt remediation and strengthening their overall risk and compliance posture.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to overhaul the Fund Buyer Due Diligence process, streamlining workflows and incorporating advanced data analytics. Designed solutions that provided management with greater transparency and actionable insights into client submissions, enabling more informed bid evaluations and risk management.
- Led cross-functional project teams in the design and implementation of new internal processes and controls, enabling organizations to achieve Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance ahead of their Initial Public Offering (IPO). Drove readiness assessments, guided teams through risk identification, and provided actionable recommendations to ensure control frameworks and documentation met statutory requirements and investor expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Blacksburg, VABachelor of Science - Marketing
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Blacksburg, VACertification
Certified Fraud Examiner, CFE
Timeline
Senior Manager
Deloitte & Touche LLP
02.2016 - Current
AVP, Senior Internal Auditor
Western Alliance Bank
02.2015 - 02.2016
Senior Internal Auditor - Americas
Starwood Hotel & Resorts Worldwide
03.2014 - 02.2015
Senior Consultant
Protiviti
08.2011 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Management
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University