About

I believe numbers should tell a story — not cause a headache.

I’m Jessica Cushman. I started ION Synergies in 2021 after more than twenty years in corporate accounting, because small business owners weren’t getting the attention they deserved.

Jessica Cushman
Founder & Principal Consultant

I’m not here to replace your accounting department — I’m here to make it better.

My focus is on improving your culture and your content.

The path here

Twenty years of numbers, and a stubborn interest in people.

I’m a proud alumna of the University of Oregon, where I studied business administration with a concentration in accounting and computer science. During my studies I found my love for systems, and chose to pursue them further in the computer science program at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, California. I later attended Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, graduating with honors and earning my MBA with an emphasis in accounting.

In the spring of 2021, after 20+ years in corporate accounting supporting companies in SaaS, service, distribution, retail, and manufacturing industries, I stepped away to create ION Synergies and fulfill my pursuit of servant leadership. I focus not just on my clients’ numbers, but also on their people. I work hard to build relationships with my clients and their employees so that I can better understand and support them.

I strive to learn what makes them inspired, so that together we create a company culture that fosters employee commitment and satisfaction — because they’ve found true meaning in the business.

I love the work I do because I get to meet new people, learn from them, and offer suggestions to improve their processes so they have more time to focus on the things that impact the business. I’m also incredibly proud to be building a legacy for my two children, and being their role model for female entrepreneurship.

When I’m not supporting other businesses, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my children. We love going on road trips and adventures, looking for special places to explore together.

Culture

Working with curiosity and care for your employees — because the people behind the numbers determine what the numbers do next.

Content

Accurate, reconciled data and systems that simplify your processes, producing financial reports that are simple, readable, and understandable.

Let’s talk about your business.

Let’s see if we’re a good fit for each other. No pressure, no jargon — just thirty minutes.