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Liz Barnes

@lizbarnes

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Seasoned ETRM and Risk Systems Analyst with 15 years of experience.

Netherlands

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning in financial technology.

As a seasoned ETRM and Risk Systems Analyst, I bring over 15 years of cross-sector experience in energy, finance, and regulatory environments. My expertise lies in delivering data-driven solutions that support trading, financial risk management, and regulatory reporting. I excel in bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring that projects align with both technical capabilities and business needs.

My recent focus has been on financial app development, including the creation of a content creation app that integrates advanced AI tools. I am proficient in SQL, Python, and low-code platforms like AppSheet, which I leverage to streamline processes and enhance reporting frameworks. My commitment to continuous learning and adaptation in the fast-evolving tech landscape allows me to stay ahead in delivering innovative solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Technical Lead & Low-Code Developer

Current

Mirzak Analytics / The Crypto Lens

Designed and implemented The Crypto Lens, a low-code AppSheet platform for delivering curated crypto market content to clients. Integrated third-party APIs, developed AI prompt tools, and built dashboards to support market and fundamental analysis.

Appsheets AI Tools API Integration Dashboard Development Market Analysis Generative AI

Data Analyst / Developer

CBOE Clear Europe

May 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Collaborated with regulators (DNB, BOE, FINMA, ESMA) on reporting standards for new securities financing transaction (SFT) products. Integrated SFT data into existing regulatory reporting frameworks and enhanced legacy VBA/Power Query macros and Power BI dashboards.

SQL Python Power BI VBA ETL Regulatory Reporting Data Analysis Stakeholder Engagement

Senior Risk & Finance IT Analyst

ABN AMRO

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Contributed to regulatory and risk data initiatives, including FINREP, COREP, AnaCredit, DGS, SFTR, EMIR, and collateral system integration. Delivered automated reconciliation and reporting tools, and led upgrades in credit risk workflows and testing frameworks.

Regulatory Reporting Reconciliations Credit Risk Testing Frameworks Data Integration

Senior Regulatory Reporting Analyst

MUFG & NIBC

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Focused on senior regulatory reporting, contributing to the design and delivery of custom reports to EU regulators and central banks. Ensured compliance with various regulatory frameworks.

Regulatory Reporting FINREP COREP MiFID II Custom Reports Compliance Data Analysis

Risk IT Analyst (Collateral Systems)

ABN AMRO

Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 6 months)

Worked as a Risk IT Analyst specializing in collateral systems. Supported integration with PnL, risk, and general ledger systems, and managed margining workflows and eligibility rules.

Risk PnL Integration General Ledger Data Integration

ETRM Data Migration & Reporting Analyst

Bord Gáis Energy / Centrica

Sep 2016 - Present (8 years 10 months)

Supported the migration to a new ETRM system aligned with Ireland’s Single Electricity Market. Developed interim risk reporting tools using VBA and MS Access to ensure continuity and transparency.

ETRM Systems VBA MS Access Data Migration Project Management

Senior BI Specialist

ING Credit Risk Management

Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)

Functioned as a Senior BI Specialist within Credit Risk Management. Developed and maintained BI solutions to support credit risk analysis and reporting.

Credit Risk Management Power BI Qlikview Data Warehousing Reporting

Senior Business Analyst / Developer

Vattenfall Energy Trading

Nov 2010 - Present (14 years 8 months)

Led reconciliation and reporting solutions for Endur+ implementation, enabling clean cutovers across commodities portfolios. Created BI tools to monitor impacts on PnL and market risk, supporting audit and compliance reporting.

BI Tools PnL Analysis Compliance Reporting Reconciliations Data Analysis

Lead Information Analyst – Risk Data Warehouse

Nuon Energy Sourcing

Jul 2007 - Present (18 years)

Developed a risk data warehouse with a snowflake schema to replace spreadsheet-based market risk reporting. Delivered VaR, PnL, stress testing, and Monte Carlo simulation tools within regulatory compliance requirements.

Regulatory Compliance Data Modeling

Senior Data Analyst

RBS, ING, Permanent TSB

Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)

Served as a Senior Data Analyst across multiple financial institutions. Focused on data analysis and reporting to support various business functions.

Data Analysis Reporting SQL Excel Financial Data Business Intelligence

Lead Automated Test Analyst

Rabobank International

Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 6 months)

Led automated test analysis, contributing to the quality assurance of software systems. Developed and executed test plans and managed release coordination.

Automated Testing Quality Assurance Test Management Software Development Lifecycle

Information/Solutions Architect

Hewlett-Packard International Bank

Jan 2003 - Present (22 years 6 months)

Worked as an Information/Solutions Architect, designing and implementing solutions. Focused on bridging legacy architecture with modern data pipelines.

Information Architecture Solution Architecture Data Pipelines System Design Integration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Trinity College Dublin

Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Natural Sciences

Studied Natural Sciences at Trinity College Dublin, gaining a strong foundation in quantitative science. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles and analytical methodologies.