Ben Pena is a highly accomplished Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) working as an audit partner at Burton, McCumber & Longoria, LLP in Brownsville, Texas. With an impressive 27-year career, he has primarily focused on assurance services and fraud and forensic accounting services.
His work experience at Burton, McCumber & Longoria, LLP has been extensive, starting back in 1996 after graduating from University of Texas, Pan American to the present. He became a partner in the firm in 2010, showcasing his expertise and dedication to his field.
Ben holds several certifications, including a CPA license in Texas since 2000 (License #78425), a CFE license obtained in 2011 (License #107628), and a CVA license acquired in 2019 (License #1017028).
His areas of special knowledge cover various aspects, such as fraud investigation and forensic accounting services, internal control environments, and fraud risk mitigation. He is also skilled in data analytics, including Benford’s Law data analysis and data mining techniques. Additionally, he has expertise in conducting audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) for financial institutions, retail, manufacturing, real estate, construction, employee benefit plans, non-profit organizations, and governmental entities. Furthermore, Ben offers litigation support services, damage model assessment, and business valuation services.
Involvement in professional organizations and affiliations is an essential part of Ben’s career. He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Texas Society of CPAs (TXCPA). Moreover, he has served as a past state director at-large for TXCPA and has been an active member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). He has also taken leadership roles in various chapters, such as being a past president of the RGV Chapter of TSCPA and ACFEs.
Ben’s commitment to the community is evident through his involvement in various organizations. He has served as a Texas Real Estate Commission Commissioner, a current board member of the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy Peer Review Committee who oversee Texas’ peer review program. In addition, has been a past member of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy – Peer Review Compliance Committee. He has also contributed to local community organizations, including the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the Brownsville Community Foundation.
As an accomplished professional, Ben Pena has shared his knowledge through publications, including an article titled “Who’s Watching the Cash?” in the Valley Business Report in June 2015.
Overall, Ben Pena’s extensive experience, certifications, and active involvement in professional organizations and community initiatives make him a prominent figure in the field of accounting and auditing.