Megan Callaghan Hearn
About Megan Callaghan Hearn
Megan Callaghan Hearn is a Professional Accounting Fellow at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, with extensive experience in auditing and technical accounting from her previous roles at KPMG US. She has a Master's degree in Accounting from the University of Denver and has worked in various capacities within KPMG for over a decade.
Professional Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Megan Callaghan Hearn currently serves as a Professional Accounting Fellow at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Washington, D.C. She has held this position since 2022. In her role, she focuses on providing expertise in accounting and auditing standards, contributing to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Previous Roles at KPMG US
Megan Callaghan Hearn has extensive experience at KPMG US, where she worked for several years in various capacities. She served as an Audit Senior Manager from 2016 to 2021 in the Greater Denver Area and New York City. Following that, she was promoted to Managing Director, a role she held for ten months in New York City until 2022. During her tenure, she was involved in KPMG's Department of Professional Practice, providing auditing, technical accounting, SEC reporting, and quality measurement support.
Educational Background in Accounting
Megan Callaghan Hearn earned her Master's degree in Accounting from the University of Denver's Daniels College of Business. She studied there from 2004 to 2009, where she developed a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, which has informed her professional career in auditing and financial reporting.
Early Career at University of Denver
Before her extensive career in accounting and auditing, Megan Callaghan Hearn worked at the University of Denver as a Sports Marketing Coordinator from 2004 to 2009. In this role, she was responsible for marketing initiatives related to the university's sports programs, gaining valuable experience in organizational and promotional activities.
Audit Services at KPMG Denver
During her time at KPMG, Megan Callaghan Hearn spent ten years in the Denver office, focusing on the Telecommunications, Real Estate, and Consumer Markets practices. She provided audit services to both public and non-public companies, enhancing her expertise in various industry sectors and contributing to her professional development in accounting and auditing.