Charities Independent Examination & Audit Services
Ensuring Integrity, Compliance, and Peace of Mind.
Trusted Independent Examination & Audit Services for Charities
Meet our Charities Independent Examination and Audit Services Specialists

Sarah Alexander
FCCA, FCA; Managing Director
With over 25 years of experience in accountancy, Sarah Alexander is the leading expert in Charities Independent Examination and Audit Services at Lewis Brownlee. Furthermore, she is also our Managing Director, meaning she has unparalleled expertise in this sector.
Combining strategic insight with extensive experience in charity compliance, Sarah ensures that each audit is handled with precision, professionalism, and a thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape.
Renowned for her straight-talking approach, Sarah delivers clear, actionable insights that empower charitable organisations to achieve full compliance. And, that’s all while maximising financial transparency!
With a wealth of experience advising professional firms, charities and SMEs alike, Sarah uniquely positioned to support charities in meeting regulatory requirements with efficiency and confidence.
For charities seeking a trusted partner in independent examination and audit, Sarah is unquestionable one of the go-to leaders in the field.

Megan Hubbard
Audit and Charity Services Manager
Megan joined the Lewis Brownlee team in 2024 with a strong reputation for supporting charities across the South. With nearly a decade of experience, she brings deep sector knowledge and a calm, practical approach to independent examinations, compliance, and financial reporting.
Megan manages a large and varied portfolio of charitable clients, providing guidance on everything from governance and SORP requirements to day-to-day financial clarity. She is passionate about helping charities stay compliant, confident, and focused on their mission.
While her primary focus is the not-for-profit sector, Megan also works with a select number of smaller owner-managed businesses.

Freddie Hares
Audit and Accounts Trainee
Freddie is part of the Accounts & Audit team at Lewis Brownlee and is developing a strong specialism in supporting churches and charities through independent examinations and audit.
He brings a keen eye for detail and a genuine interest in understanding the mission and day-to-day operations of the charitable organisations he works with. His experience includes Independent Examinations, statutory and non-statutory audits, and the preparation of Limited Company Accounts under FRS102 and FRS105.
Freddie particularly enjoys working with trustees and finance teams to ensure compliance, build confidence, and provide clarity around financial reporting in the not-for-profit space.